Your eyes can reveal far more about your health than you might expect. In fact, comprehensive adult eye exams serve as powerful diagnostic tools that extend far beyond vision correction. A comprehensive eye exam can detect conditions like diabetes, heart disease, autoimmune conditions, strokes, brain tumors, and various types of cancer. How Your Eyes Reveal […]
You may notice your vision changing as you get older. For many people, this means needing glasses for the first time or switching to a stronger prescription. But what does it mean if your vision seems to get better all on its own? Perhaps surprisingly, this isn’t always a positive sign. A sudden improvement in […]
Cataracts are a common age-related eye condition that can blur your vision, make colors appear faded, and even cause you to see halos around lights. For many people, it feels a bit like looking through a foggy window. Cataracts can also cause double vision by scattering light across the eye, which affects how clearly images […]
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a common cause of vision loss in older adults. Characterized by a decline in central vision, it can make reading, driving, and seeing faces more challenging. However, supplements that contain AREDS2 can help slow down the progression of some types of AMD. There are also treatment options for the late […]
Imagine waking up to find your eye red, swollen, and itchy. Or, potentially even worse, your child wakes up to the same situation. You think that it might be pink eye, a common affliction known for both its contagious nature as well as the discomfort that it causes. However, what if it’s not pink eye […]
Macular degeneration is a common eye condition that typically affects people over the age of 50, which is why it is commonly referred to as age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It occurs when the macula, which is responsible for central vision, starts to deteriorate. This can lead to blurry or distorted vision and difficulty seeing fine […]
When the crisp clarity of a printed page or the vibrant colors of a sunset begin to blur and fade, it might be the first whisper of one of the most common eye conditions affecting the adult population—cataracts. These visual changes can be unsettling, but understanding cataracts can empower you to seek timely treatment and […]
As you age, the health of your eyes becomes increasingly important. Fortunately, there’s an activity you can enjoy that is not only fun but can actually improve the health of your eyes–pickleball! Pickleball is a sport that has gained increasing popularity in recent years, and for good reason. The game offers unique benefits as a […]
Dry eyes can be a real nightmare, and if you wear contact lenses, it can become an even bigger issue. You may experience scratchiness, redness, and eye strain, making wearing your contacts unbearable. However, there is hope! You can still wear contact lenses comfortably as long as you use the right type. Soft, hybrid, scleral, […]
The sun’s rays can reach your eyes in all conditions, from bright sunny mornings to grey, overcast afternoons. And while most lather their skin in SPF daily, few may realize that eyes are also vulnerable to the dangerous effects of the sun. Sunburn isn’t just for your skin—your eyes can also experience symptoms from exposure […]
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